Average Weekly Earnings of All Employees, Retail Trade

Not Seasonally Adjusted

CEU4200000011 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

771.30

Year-over-Year Change

5.63%

Date Range

3/1/2006 - 7/1/2025

Summary

Represents raw employment data without seasonal adjustments. Provides unfiltered insight into employment fluctuations across economic sectors.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

Not Seasonally Adjusted data captures raw employment numbers without removing predictable seasonal variations. Economists use this for granular labor market analysis.

Methodology

Data collected through comprehensive employer surveys tracking workforce employment levels.

Historical Context

Critical for understanding unadjusted labor market dynamics and seasonal employment patterns.

Key Facts

  • Captures employment without seasonal smoothing
  • Reveals raw workforce fluctuations
  • Essential for detailed economic research

FAQs

Q: What does 'Not Seasonally Adjusted' mean?

A: Raw employment data without removing predictable seasonal variations. Reflects actual employment numbers at specific times.

Q: Why are non-seasonally adjusted numbers important?

A: Provides unfiltered view of employment changes. Helps understand genuine labor market shifts.

Q: How do seasonal adjustments differ from raw data?

A: Seasonal adjustments remove predictable fluctuations like holiday hiring. Raw data shows actual employment levels.

Q: Who uses Not Seasonally Adjusted data?

A: Economists, researchers, and policymakers use this for detailed labor market analysis and trend identification.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: Typically updated monthly by government labor statistics agencies.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (CEU4200000011), retrieved from FRED.